The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Enrolled Nurse (Lavender Mother and Baby Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Utilise clinical skills commensurate to the individual level of experience and scope of practice
* Supporting the holistic needs of the consumer, including their medical, social, educational and psycho-social aspects of their mental health and recovery
* Participate in quality, service improvement and research activities
* Develop clinical practice knowledge and expertise through active learning
* Liaise with consumers and their families, other health professionals, supervisors, students and researchers, as required to ensure quality service delivery
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
* Board (NMBA) approved qualification in medication administration. Completion of 519HLTEN A, B or C or 007HLTEN will be highly regarded
* An Advanced Diploma qualification in relevant area of specialty is highly desirable
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
* Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Permanent part time (56 hrs p.f)
* Base salary ranging from $37.00 - $39.27 per hour
About Us
The Lavender Mother and Baby Unit is specialist statewide acute inpatient mental health unit located at the Gold Coast University Hospital. The Unit provides specialist psychiatric inpatient care for women who require admission to hospital for significant mental health difficulties in the first year following childbirth that is impacting on their ability to function in everyday life and to care for their baby. Significant mental health problems include but are not limited to severe depression, anxiety, bipolar affective disorder, borderline personality disorders, schizophrenia, or postpartum psychosis that cannot be safely managed in the community.
The Unit is supported by the Lavender Community Team who will assess and triage potential referrals to the Lavender unit and facilitate comprehensive discharge planning.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuersday, 31 March 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC678036
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.